Overview

• Gavin Newsom’s press office posted, “Kristi Noem is going to have a bad day today. You’re welcome, America.”
• U.S. Attorney Bill Essayli referred the message to the Secret Service and requested a full threat assessment, citing zero tolerance for direct or implicit threats.
• Kristi Noem said the post was cryptic and menacing and that it triggered immediate panic among her family and friends.
• White House Communications Director Steven Cheung condemned the message as beyond the pale and totally disgusting, noting its timing around memorials for Charlie Kirk.
• The review comes as sensitivity to political threats remains elevated after Kirk’s recent assassination, and no public enforcement actions have been announced.